A family in Pinellas County, Fla., whose son was put into a large "body sock" by teachers as punishment, is considering suing the school board after an investigation found the sack was used appropriately on the boy.

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Recently, some school pre-kindergarten teachers came under fire when parent Patrick Holt complained that a "body sock" was used on his 4-year-old son without his permission.

"I don't like it at all," Holt said. "I don't think it should be used on anybody."

The manufacturers said the "body sock" is designed to help children explore three-dimensional space. And, an occupational therapist said the "body sock" is primarily meant for autistic children.

However, Holt's son is not disabled.

Pinellas County School Board released the results of its investigation into the controversial teaching tool Monday.

"Teachers behaved in an appropriate manner in responding to a situation where a student needed to be calmed down for the safety and security of all the students in the classroom," Pinellas County School Board member Andrea Zahn said.

The School Board said the teachers admitted the parents were not aware of the body sock and its use on their child.

Zahn said the information about the body sock will be part of orientation next year.

The Holt family said they strongly disagree with the board's findings and have hired an attorney.

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